"Advocacy Coordinator"

Advocacy Coordinator

Company: Virginia Tech

Job Location: Blacksburg, 24061

Category: Counseling and Psychological Services

Type: Full-Time

Job Description

When was the last time you changed the world?

In Virginia Tech's Division of Student Affairs, that's exactly what we're doing every day-guiding, nurturing, and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.

We're currently searching for an Advocacy Coordinator to join our Dean of Students and CARES Program team in Blacksburg, VA, to help us in our mission. So, if you're an energetic and committed leader, please keep reading.

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:

1. You'll be joining the Dean of Students team in the CARES program (Campus Advocacy, Resources, and Education for Survivors), a department committed to providing support and advocacy services to students, faculty, and staff.
2. You'll be reporting to an Assistant Dean for CARES, in a Regular twelve-month, 100% administrative professional appointment.
3. You'll serve as a confidential resource to students, faculty, and staff who have been impacted by interpersonal violence such as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, harassment, and many other forms of violence.
4. You'll provide advocacy and support services to students, faculty, and staff, and assist with CARES Program outreach and educational efforts.
5. You'll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
6. You'll be offered a base compensation package between $55,000-$60,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, student affairs, or related field, or bachelor's degree with significant related professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience in providing counseling or advocacy services to college-age adults.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of different student populations
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to make public presentations and facilitate training workshops.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in providing direct services to survivors of sexual assault, domestic and/or relationship violence, stalking and other forms of interpersonal violence.
• Experience providing counseling, advocacy, or support services in a higher education setting.

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$55,000 - $60,000

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with some evening and occasional weekend work

Hours per week

40

Review Date

03/09/2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Kayla Howell at khowell22@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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